Current Time in Rhode Island (RI)
06:36:51 PM
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
EDTGMT-04:00Week 33
About Time in Rhode Island
Rhode Island follows Eastern Time (ET). The Ocean State observes EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer.
The current local time in Rhode Island is displayed above with a live updating clock. Rhode Island uses the New York time zone.Whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning travel, or just curious about what time it is in Rhode Island, our live clock provides accurate, real-time information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Rhode Island in?
Rhode Island follows Eastern Time (ET). The Ocean State observes EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer.
What is the current time in Rhode Island?
The current time in Rhode Island is shown in the live clock above. This page updates every second.